Even if the plaintiff proves that
the defendant committed an unfair trade practice or a deceptive act or
engaged in unfair competition that violates CUTPA, the plaintiff cannot
recover unless (he/she/it) sustained an "ascertainable loss." The plaintiff
has the burden of proving this "ascertainable loss." A loss is a
deprivation, detriment or injury. A loss is ascertainable if it is capable
of being discovered, observed or established, but need not be measured by a
dollar amount.